COUNTY News:
The application (ZCA-2026-0019) legally noticed for Text Amendment of the Los Alamos Development Code, Article V, has been postponed and will be re-noticed for June 24, 2026.
No other applications were submitted for consideration.
Therefore, the May 27, 2026, Planning and Zoning Commission meeting is officially canceled. Read More
A field of Rocky Mountain iris in Valle Grande. Photo by Alex Arnold/NPS
VCNP News:
In honor of Memorial Day, all National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee, including Valles Caldera National Preserve (VCNP), will offer free admission to U.S. citizens and residents on Monday, May 25.
Mark your calendar for these additional fee-free dates in 2026:
Clergy from left, Deacon Amy Schmuck, Deacon Cynthia Biddlecomb, retired, and The Rev. Mary Ann Hill. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com
By Deacon Amy Schmuck
Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran Church
This Sunday we celebrate Pentecost, which signifies the official recognition of the Holy Spirit being given to Jesus’ followers and thus consecrating the Christian Church with the presence of a mighty wind, with tongues of fire, and witnessing a sudden ability in all present this moment to hear and understand many different languages speaking God’s Holy Word.
We also this week honor the members Read More
County Council candidate Steve Lynne, left, with former Councilor Morrie Pongratz. Courtesy photo
By MORRIE PONGRATZ
Former Los Alamos County Councilor
There are some good candidates from both parties running for County Council. As an independent (DTS) voter, I plan to ask for a Democrat ballot and vote for Steve Lynne, the candidate I have known and worked with for decades.
I worked with Steve when I was on Council and when we were on the Charter Review Committee. As a former Chief Financial Officer and County Manager, Steve has served our county well and is the most knowledgeable of the candidates. Read More
Los Alamos High School student Celia Pesiri presents a talk on May 11 to the Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos about her experience as a Salaam Shalom U.S. Peace Ambassador. Courtesy/Kiwanis
By KARIN CHURCH
Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos
On Monday, May 11, the Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos was inspired by a presentation from Los Alamos High School student Celia Pesiri about her experience as a Salaam Shalom U.S. Peace Ambassador.
Tomorrow’s Women, a 501(c)(3) organization founded in Santa Fe in 2003 to bring young Israeli and Palestinian women together, offers New Mexico high school students the opportunity Read More
Invisible Hand Entertainment Owner Jon Ebanks on the set of ‘Jemez: A Murder Mystery’. Courtesy/IHE
Jaime Romero, left, and Roger Anaya on the set of ‘Jemez: A Murder Mystery’. Courtesy/IHE
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
Last year, the film, “Jemez: A Murder Mystery” depicted a camping trip in the Jemez Mountains going horribly wrong when someone is murdered. The movie ended ambiguously and audience members were left to ponder who the killer was. Now, more clues and pieces of this murder mystery puzzle will be revealed in the second episode, “Jemez: The Investigation”. Read More
COUNTY News:
With the ongoing primary election and start of the summer concert series, the decision was made to postpone the construction of the new EV chargers at Mesa Public Library for two weeks.
Patrons of the library and anyone else visiting downtown can once again park in the main parking lot or drive up to the library and election ballot drop boxes. For those who don’t take advantage of the extended ACT bus service to attend tomorrow’s concert, this parking lot will be available.
Construction will resume on Monday, June 8, 2026, so all vehicles will need to be removed by the evening of Sunday, Read More
From left, Lynn Ovaska, Karyl Ann Armbruster, and far right, Ellen Mills present ceremonial suspenders to Brian Easton Memorial Scholarship recipient Cecilia Pratt honoring the late Brian Easton. Courtesy/LAPS Foundation
Friends of Los Alamos County Libraries Scholarship recipients from left, Elaina Trujillo, Ian Sandborgh, Sara Khan, Rocco Del Mauro, Inez Christensen, Penelope Barry-Hoffman, Frank Sheppard, recipient of the June and Harry Ettinger Memorial Scholarship, and Helena Welch. Courtesy/LAPS Foundation
LAPS Foundation News:
The Los Alamos Public Schools Foundation Read More
OSI News:
SANTA FE — As New Mexicans head outdoors to enjoy warmer weather, the Office of the Superintendent of Insurance (OSI) is reminding residents to stay mindful of how small actions can make a big difference in preventing devastating fires.
OSI is reminding New Mexico residents to stay vigilant of outdoor activities that can unintentionally spark wildfire if proper precautions are not taken.
As residents are getting outside and having fun this spring and summer, follow these tips and tricks every day to help mitigate the start of wildfires:
